Director – Regulatory Affairs

Description

There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly. We can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run “Business Resource Group” communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k, and privileges like space-available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?

At United, we take bold action. And our Government, Corporate, and Environmental Affairs team are the driving force behind our efforts to make change happen! By working closely with the US government and coordinating grassroots advocacy efforts, our Corporate and Government Affairs team represents United on public policy and legislative issues. Our Environmental Affairs team is equally working hard to shape an environmentally sustainable future. Together these teams advocate for a cleaner, safer, and more optimistic future for our airline, our employees, and the millions of customers we serve all around the globe.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and advocate positions before executive branch regulatory bodies and leaders to influence decisions of strategic importance to United’s business operations and enhance United’s reputation as a leading company. Scope includes all domestic regulatory agencies.
• Lead and contribute to the formulation of factual policy and economic arguments before agencies and successfully implement strategies to drive positive outcomes for the company.
• Communicate and advocate for United’s policy objectives and programs that advance the Company’s image and reputation.
• Actively and continuously develop and maintain external relationships of trust with agency decision-makers and staff to drive positive results.
• Coordinate effectively with key internal team members, including the rest of the Governmental Affairs team, Legal, Communications, Corporate Real Estate, Safety Airport Ops, Flight Ops and Inflight, NOC, Corporate Security, Facilitation, Cybersecurity, IT, and hub leadership.
• Maintain external partnerships and relationships with trade associations, think tanks, and other organizations to network and build coalitions to achieve results.
• Use expertise in the security and technology space to act as a thought leader in public policy debates.
• Assist with compliance activities, information requests, and government investigations as needed.

United values diverse experiences and perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications makes for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check all of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

Qualifications

What’s Needed to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree
• 12+ years of relevant experience
• 5+ years of experience working for or directly with U.S. government agencies
• Background in U.S. regulatory and legislative processes; experience in drafting government filings and communications
• Advocacy experience
• Excellent verbal and written advocacy and interpersonal skills
• Results-oriented and persistent self-starter
• Experienced in multi-tasking on multiple priorities
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of an interview required to meet job qualifications
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
• This role is based in Washington D.C. and follows a hybrid schedule, with three days per week in the office

What Will Help You Propel From the Pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Master’s degree, MBA, JD, or other advanced degree
• 5 years of experience working with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), including data technology regulators and policymakers, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), or Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

The base pay range for this role is $155,285.00 to $212,410.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter benefits, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k), and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform crucial job functions. Please contact [email protected] to request accommodation.

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